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Dhaka's Air Quality Hits Unhealthy Levels, Ranks Fifth Globally

10/15/2025

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Dhaka, Bangladesh, has an air quality index of 159, ranking fifth globally and labeling the air unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The ranking follows Lahore, Delhi, Kolkata, and Doha, which have higher AQI scores.
The index ranges from 'good' to 'severe,' with readings above 200 indicating serious health risks.
Dhaka faces persistent pollution, especially in winter.
The World Health Organization estimates about seven million deaths annually due to air pollution.

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Dhaka, Bangladesh, has an air quality index of 159, ranking fifth globally and labeling the air unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The ranking follows Lahore, Delhi, Kolkata, and Doha, which have higher AQI scores.
The index ranges from 'good' to 'severe,' with readings above 200 indicating serious health risks.
Dhaka faces persistent pollution, especially in winter.
The World Health Organization estimates about seven million deaths annually due to air pollution.